Aono, who found social interactions challenging, was satisfied with his position in Quality Control. However, he was unexpectedly transferred to the Sales Department, which was not ideal for him. To add insult to injury, his coworkers ridiculed him for his nervous stutter. Aono's situation took a turn for the worse when he experienced a breakdown while on the rooftop, and the department's leading employee, Gouzaka, overheard him, leaving Aono mortified. Even though Aono tried to avoid him, Gouzaka was always nearby.